PRAYER ALERT: Wildfires in California threaten Movieguide® Family

Published: November 7, 2024

PRAYER ALERT: Wildfires in California threaten Movieguide® Family

By Movieguide® staff

A wildfire broke out northwest of Los Angeles on Wednesday, and Movieguide® is asking for your prayers.

“The Mountain Fire prompted evacuation orders for more than 10,000 people on Wednesday as it threatened 3,500 structures in suburban communities, farms and agricultural areas around Camarillo,” says AP News. reported.

“The fire grew from less than half a square mile (about 1.2 square kilometers) to more than 16 square miles (41 square kilometers) in just over five hours. As of late Wednesday, it was about 22 square miles (57 square kilometers)… Efforts to battle the fire continued through the night on the ground and with night-flying helicopters,” the outlet added.

CNN noted that “the powerful winds that have fueled the fast-moving wildfires in Southern California this week are expected to gain strength on Thursday – – worsening conditions.” A Red Flag warning, describing ‘extreme and life-threatening fire behaviour’, is in force until 6pm on Thursday.

“We’ve never seen anything like this before. Never thought something like this would happen to us,” said Ken Levin, who lives nearby. “Thank God for our firefighters who are here to help us when we need it.”

Former Movieguide® employee, Cooper Dowd, captured images of the fire and rescue efforts on Instagram.

“Continue to pray for those who have lost their homes, for those who are still at risk of losing their homes, and for the first responders who continue to fight and sacrifice on our behalf,” Dowd said. “Stay safe out there.”

Please keep everyone affected by the fires in your prayers, including members of the Movieguide® family who are directly affected.